Quality Control Manager

J.D. Irving, Limited; Saint John; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Saint John is seeking a QA Manager to ensure product quality and reliability. The role requires strong leadership and technical expertise to develop and maintain quality management systems, oversee audits, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in quality assurance within manufacturing, along with relevant certifications and a commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in quality control/assurance management.
• Welding and Blueprint knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS).
• Establish quality control procedures and inspection plans.
• Lead projects to enhance product quality and reduce waste.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Quality Management

Statistical Process Control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Quality Management

Tools

ISO 9001

Quality Assurance Tools

Job description

The QA Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the quality and reliability of our products and services. This position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and a commitment to continuous improvement to uphold our high standards and meet customer expectations.

Qualifications

Minimum

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in quality control/assurance management within a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Quality Management, CWB Inspector or Welding Certification, Engineering degree
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001), statistical process control (SPC), and quality assurance tools
• Welding and Blueprint knowledge
• Ability to develop Weld Procedures

Preferred

• Advanced degree preferred
• Welding Supervisor Certification
• Experience with Steel Fabrication
• Experience with technical writing

Responsibilities

• Quality Management System (QMS) Oversight:
  • Develop, implement, and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements
  • Perform internal audits and assessments to monitor QMS effectiveness and identify areas for improvement within the QMS
  • Ensure classification compliance is upheld
  • Perform External audits with Classification/ Certification Authorities
• Quality Assurance and Control:
  • Establish quality control procedures and inspection plans to verify product conformity and adherence to specifications
  • Oversee welder certification processes and training requirements
  • Review and approve quality documentation, including inspection reports, test results, and non-conformance reports
  • Manage non-conformances within the company, ensuring root cause analysis and corrective actions are implemented; act as liaison between the company and customer/regulatory bodies
• Supplier Quality Management:
  • Collaborate with procurement and engineering teams to resolve supplier quality issues and improve supply chain reliability
• Continuous Improvement Initiatives:
  • Lead and participate in projects to enhance product quality, reduce waste, and optimize manufacturing processes
  • Utilize quality data and metrics to drive corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and foster a culture of quality excellence